Surah Yaseen mp3 by Walid Mehsas

Walid Mehsas is a respected Imam and Quran reciter from Algeria, admired for his calm personality and beautiful, precise recitation. He became internationally famous in April 2023 when a cat climbed onto his shoulders during Taraweeh prayers in a mosque in Bordj Bou Arreridj, Algeria. Despite the surprise, he remained composed and continued his recitation with kindness and focus. The video of this moment went viral worldwide, earning millions of views and showing the true Islamic values of mercy and compassion.

His gentle reaction was praised globally, and he was officially recognized by the Algerian Ministry of Religious Affairs for reflecting Islam’s teachings of kindness to animals. Because of this event, he is often lovingly referred to as “The Cat Imam.”

He is known for his soothing and emotional voice, clear pronunciation, and mastery of Tajweed. His recitation style follows traditional North African techniques, making it both heartfelt and spiritually uplifting.

Together with Walid Mehsas, many other renowned reciters such as Yassen Al Jazairi, Hamza Algerian, Abbadi Houssem Eddine, Mahmood Ali Al Banna, Muhammad Siddiq AL-Minshawi, Abdel Rahman Benmoussa, Ilhan Tok, Amer Al-Kazemi, and Fatih Cholak have touched the hearts of millions through their sincere and soulful recitations, reminding listeners of the timeless beauty and guidance of the Qur’an.

In early 2025, false rumors about his death circulated online but were quickly proven false. He is alive, well, and continues to inspire millions through his recitations and gentle example of faith. Here, you can listen to his Surah Yaseen recitation online or download the MP3 file for easy access.